Lifeguard Certification Course

06:00 PM

Must be 15 years of age before the end of classes on May 13, 2017. Must pass pre-test on April 11th, 2017 @7:00pm

Pre-test consists of the following;
1. Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic
breathing. Swim using the front crawl, breaststroke and a combination of both, swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.
2. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Hands must be placed in the armpits
3. Complete a timed brick swim. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. Swim goggles may not be used. Surface dive, feet first or head first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10 pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. Candidates should not swim the distance under water. Exit the water.